Job Description
Overview
At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.
With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.
Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.
**Why Powerback?**
+ **Benefits:** We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
+ **Support for New Grads & Clinical Fellows:** Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
+ **Continuing Education:** Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
+ **H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance:** We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
+ **Perks at Powerback:** Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.
Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapy Assistant - Journey Traveler must be able to travel nationwide for 13 week assignments. This position provides flexibility to travel the country and work in various settings. On assignment the Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning, under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient(s)' schedule, and timely documentation of services.
Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
Implements a patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Occupational Therapist.
Provides individualized occupational therapy interventions including application of therapeutic techniques in such areas as, but not limited to:
cognitive skills
muscle strength
coordination
endurance
mobility
perceptual abilities
sensory awareness
sitting and standing tolerance
balance
activities of daily living
joint protection
work simplification
orientation
physical agent modalities
Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Occupational Therapist.
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
* Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA & ACOTE standards.
* Initial certification obtained from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
* They must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.
* They must be available to travel to and temporarily reside in locations outside of the therapists primary home.
Posted Salary Range
USD $45.00 - USD $50.00 /Hr.
Genesis HealthCare, Inc. and all affiliated entities (collectively "Genesis") has a strong commitment to diversity that is fully supported and practiced by our officers and leadership team. Genesis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, amnesty, military status or status as protected veterans, or any other legally protected characteristic. Genesis is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Work from home, Visa sponsorship, Relocation package, H1b,
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